THE ORGANIZATION
“Outraged by the injustice faced by people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, we aspire to a world of solidarity and inclusion, enriched by our differences, where everyone can live in dignity”
Handicap International Federation operating name Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an independent and impartial aid and development organization with no religious or political affiliations operating in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. We work alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable people to help meet their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights. Currently the organization is in 60 countries, 22 are in the African continent with over 200 projects globally
For further information about the association: www.hi.org.
JOB CONTEXT:
HI leads the implementation of the project Promoting Access to Quality Inclusive Education in Protective Learning Environments in Kakuma, Dadaab Refugee Camps and Kalobeyei Reception Center that will run for 24 months. Under the supervision of the Project Manager, the Technical Officer – Inclusive Education will use her/his contextual understanding and technical and practical expertise to contribute to the quality project implementation. The position will work closely with the project team (HI and consortium partners), HI’s technical team (inclusive education and protection specialists) and stakeholders.
The project has 4 results area: access, quality, protection and crisis modifier. Across all results areas and related activities, the Technical Officer – Inclusive Education will coordinate with the consortium partners, draft/harmonize technical approaches and materials, support capacity building of the consortium and partner staff on disability and inclusive education, support quality activity implementation, and contribute to quality reporting, data analysis and lesson learning. The role will ensure the project alignment with the national policies and commitments, i.e. the Sector Policy for Leaners and Trainees with Disabilities (MOE, 2018) and the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities ratified by Kenya in 2008. The roll will use her/his person skills to work closely with project colleagues, beneficiaries, and partners such as schools, Refugee Led Organizations, religious groups, education and protection partners in camps, fostering ownership and sustainability. The role may involve managerial responsibilities in supervising project officers and community staff.
YOUR MISSION:
Mission 1 : Provides guidance and technical support to projects in accordance with the overall technical frameworks and standards within its sectoral perimeter
Mission 2 : Provides technical learning from projects
Mission 3 : Contributes to capacity building of the project
Mission 4: Contributes to ensuring HI’s technical influence within its perimeter
YOUR PROFILE :
Educational background and experience
Professional Competencies
Cross-Cutting Skills
Computer Skills
Language skills
If you feel you are the right candidate for this position, kindly send your application along with an up-to-date CV by email to :- jobs.kenya@hi.org The email subject line should be marked: “ Technical Officer-Inclusive Education, Dadaab, Kenya ”. Please do not send your academic and other testimonials they will be requested at a later stage.
All HI staff must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the Code of Conduct. In accordance with these values, HI operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti-fraud, bribery, and corruption.
Humanity & Inclusion is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Females and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply
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